2001 SEAT AROSA1.0L Petrol
With 51,575 miles recorded, this Red 2001 SEAT AROSA runs on Petrol with a 998cc engine. MOT is currently valid and tax is up to date.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 998cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Full MOT History
This 2001 Seat Arosa (Y174 DTO) has a recorded MOT history spanning from October 2023 to October 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (17 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 40 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 5 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. While the mileage is low for the age, the MOT history reveals significant and deep-seated structural corrosion and braking system failures that may require expensive repairs to remainworthy.
The primary concern for this vehicle is a structural inspection. The MOT records repeatedly flag a 'strong advisory' for a corroded body sill and nearside rear seat belt anchorage. This is a major safety concern; you must have a professional welder perform a thorough check to determine the extent of the rust. If the sill is structurally compromised, the car cannot be legally or safely driven long-term.
Additionally, inspect the braking system thoroughly. The car recently failed due to excessively corroded brake pipes, leaking hydraulic cylinders, and imbalanced brakes. Ensure all work performed between the 2024 and 2025 MOTs has been completed with receipts provided. Check for signs of oil leaks from the gearbox and power steering, as these have been noted as advisories for several years and could indicate worsening seals if ignored.
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